The Paris 2024 Olympics Men's Football semi-final features a thrilling clash between France and Egypt.
As hosts, France aims to secure a spot in the final, while Egypt seeks to continue their historic run. This article delves into team form, key players, and predictions for this highly anticipated match.
Team Form
France
France has been dominant throughout the tournament, winning all their group matches and securing a clean sheet in each game.
Their recent victory against Argentina, marked by Jean-Philippe Mateta's early header, demonstrated their defensive solidity and attacking prowess.
With Thierry Henry at the helm, France is determined to add Olympic gold to their impressive footballing history.
Recent Matches
France 1-0 Argentina (Quarter-final)
France 2-0 Uzbekistan (Group Stage)
France 4-0 Dominican Republic (Group Stage)
Egypt
Egypt has surprised many with their resilient performances.
After a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Paraguay in the quarter-finals, they have shown they can compete with top teams.
Their journey to the semi-finals included a notable win against Spain, highlighting their potential to cause an upset.
Recent Matches
Egypt 1-1 (4-3 on penalties) Paraguay (Quarter-final)
Egypt 2-1 Spain (Group Stage)
Egypt 1-0 Uzbekistan (Group Stage)
Team News
France
Thierry Henry is expected to field a strong lineup, similar to their quarter-final match.
Key players include captain Alexandre Lacazette, creative force Michael Olise, and striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
The absence of Enzo Millot due to suspension might affect their midfield dynamics, but France's depth should cover this gap effectively.
Egypt
Egypt's lineup will likely remain consistent, with stars like Ibrahim Adel, Osama Faisal, and Ahmed Sayed (Zizo) leading their attack.
Midfield leadership from Mohamed Elneny will be crucial as they aim to outmanoeuvre the French defence.
Match Prediction
France enters this match as favourites, given their unbeaten run and solid defence.
However, Egypt's momentum and ability to perform under pressure cannot be underestimated.
A tight contest is expected, but France's attacking depth and home advantage might tip the scales.
Our Prediction: France 2-0 Egypt
